Career Services Articles

In today’s technology-based society, our image and our brand is available for all to see whether in person or by the click of a mouse. Does this statement concern you? As a college student, think about if Company X searches your name and the immediate judgment that will either entice or steer them away from […]

The final installment of our discussion on a successful transition from the military will focus on service. People join the military for many different reasons (benefits, security, service to nation, etc.), but the one thing we almost always leave with is serving something bigger than ourselves. That culture simply doesn’t dissolve because we leave the […]

Career fairs provide great opportunities for you to meet potential employers and to network with others. You can gain access to gatekeepers that can open doors to a new career or a new job for you. Remember, there will be many, many other job seekers competing for the same jobs at a career fair, so […]

As social media and the internet are the primary means of communication among employers and job seekers, it is important to take advantage of valuable facetime opportunities when they arise. One way to be prepared is with an “elevator speech.” This is a 30-60 second speech describing who you are, what you do or have […]

The strict, top-down command management method seems to have fallen out of favorin today’s workplace. The idea of one person at the top who has all the answers doesn’t fit with the diverse abilities, perspectives, education, and experience of the current workforce in many organizations. A more modern approach is to utilize those with coaching […]

The skills and values many employers are seeking in potential hires are not always explicitly stated in a job description, nor are they easily quantified. Since organizations frequently compete for talented employees, there are certain culture-complementing soft skills that will help job candidates stand out. Here are three of the most important qualities:

Once you’ve submitted your application, the waiting game begins. If you’ve done everything right up to this point, you have a good shot at advancing in the review process. This is what you can expect after you submit your application on USAJOBS. Good luck, and hopefully you make it through all four steps! 1. Application […]

Both military and civilian professionals have found that working for the federal government was the right choice to advance their careers. If you are considering this option for yourself, here are more tips to help you get your foot in the door for a federal government job. 1. Create a USAJOBS profile – First, you […]

Both military and civilian professionals have found that working for the federal government was the right choice to advance their careers. If you are considering this option for yourself, here are some tips to increase your chances of getting a federal government job. One of the best websites for finding federal government jobs is gov. […]

Have you considered what it’s like to work for the federal government? Whether you have a military or civilian background, here are seven reasons why working for the federal government could be a fit for you. A meaningful job. The work of government employees impacts the lives of every American, and the lives of people […]